CHAPTER 600: CHAPTER 600: THE SECT’S TREASURE VAULT

"Could it be that the blood-red luminescence is Ling Chen’s Holy Body Secret Technique?"

Ten Stewards pondered in their hearts.

However, the Holy Body Secret Technique would hardly be able to enhance the attack by two levels!

"Could it be the bloodline..."

Elder Xue’s eyes narrowed, considering a terrifying possibility.

The Holy Body Secret Technique simply could not achieve this scene.

The Golden Palace that Ling Chen possessed had already augmented all his Spiritual Power.

Only that legendary power of the bloodline could possess such might, right?

Recalling that Ling Chen was personally brought by the Young Sect Master, Elder Xue immediately became excited.

While everyone was still in utter shock, Su Hong had to face the attack of the Green Lotus.

Even though he reacted quickly, at the moment the Green Lotus was upon him, he could only manage to set up dozens of Spiritual Power Defenses and place his long knife in front of him.

The shock Ling Chen brought was just too tremendous.

"Ding!"

The Green Lotus shattered the Spiritual Power Defense and finally heavily smashed onto the long knife.

The terrifying power exploded forth, the long knife was slammed hard against Su Hong’s chest.

His chest caved in instantly.

Then, his body was forcefully blasted away.

"Whoosh!"

A streak of cyan-blue light flew backwards, not stopping until he was six hundred zhang away.

However, although he had steadied his form, blood was continuously streaming down from the corners of his mouth.

"Cough cough!"

He coughed a few times, and the blood flowed out even more frenzy.

He hastily suppressed the blood with his Spiritual Power, and then immediately took a Healing Pill.

"One Step to Heaven!"

Having landed a successful hit, Ling Chen knew he couldn’t miss this opportunity, and he immediately executed the mid-grade Body Technique King Spirit Technique, rushing towards Su Hong.

Even though his own attack power was barely superior.

But his Spiritual Power was far less.

With nearly twice the gap in Spiritual Power, if Su Hong were to use his Body Technique King Spirit Technique, he himself would likely fall into a completely passive situation.

Therefore, at this moment, he had to keep attacking.

Seeing Ling Chen shooting towards him from afar, Su Hong’s complexion drastically changed.

He was seriously injured and in the midst of healing, he simply didn’t dare to mobilize his Spiritual Power to fight the enemy.

"I admit defeat!"

Su Hong immediately shouted out loud.

At this moment, if he were to forcefully mobilize Spiritual Power, it would inevitably cause damage to his body.

Compared to a position in the ranks, his future was far more important.

"Mr. Su, thank you for yielding!"

Ling Chen halted his movements.

He also secretly let out a sigh of relief in his heart.

Seeing this scene, the Stewards finally spoke out loud: "Ling Chen wins!"

However, their voices still carried a tremor.

Obviously, they had not completely recovered from the shock just yet.

Hearing the Steward’s announcement, the Blue-clothed Disciples’ eyes widened in utter shock one by one.

If Ling Chen even defeated Su Hong of the Palace Mansion Realm Sixth Layer, who among the remaining participants would dare to contend with him?

"How could this kid be so strong?"

Above the Ninth Heaven, Ye Fentian had an unsightly expression.

To eliminate Ling Chen’s guard, he had let Ling Chen enter the Burning Flame Valley.

Who knew that after Ling Chen’s Cultivation level increased by two levels, his strength would become so powerful?

"No, we absolutely can’t let this kid continue to grow! After this battle, Ling Chen’s name will echo throughout the Burning Flame Sect. It’s time to make a move against him!"

A cold light flashed in Ye Fentian’s eyes.

At the Palace Mansion Realm Third Layer, he could defeat the Palace Mansion Realm Sixth Layer.

Given more time to Ling Chen, perhaps even he would not be able to do anything against Ling Chen!

...

Ling Chen’s gaze swept over the faces of the other seven disciples and he spoke with a faint smile: "Does anyone else wish to challenge me?"

The seven of them immediately lowered their heads.

Not daring to meet Ling Chen’s gaze.

Even Su Hong of the Palace Mansion Realm Sixth Layer had been injured by Ling Chen, let alone them at the mere Fifth Layer – they feared they might be killed!

Elder Xue flew over, looked at Ling Chen, and showed a satisfied smile: "Alright, Ling Chen, you can go rest now. With the strength you’ve shown now, I doubt anyone would dare covet the first-place position you hold."

To witness such a genius this time was truly fortunate!

Fortunately, he had asked the Sect Master for the position of the main examiner.

"Alright!"

Ling Chen smiled faintly and then burst towards the distant area.

And, the gazes of the crowd looking at Ling Chen were filled with awe.

The veteran disciples also had a touch of shame in their eyes.

So many of them, and yet not one could match Ling Chen, the newcomer. This was indeed a shameful matter!

And the newcomers were all extraordinarily excited.

Aside from Xia Houjin and other outer disciples, even many from Lishan City were thrilled.

This was the glory that belonged to them, the newcomers!

Zhao Yu gazed at Ling Chen and did not divert his eyes for a long time.

After a lengthy period, he sighed.

The strength that Ling Chen had shown had completely overwhelmed him.

He could no longer muster any desire to compete!

The battle between Ling Chen and Su Hong was truly a battle at the peak.

After this battle, the remaining disciples began to compete for the second, third, and fourth places.

Two hours later, the assessment concluded.

"I announce the end of the Blue-clothed Disciple assessment; the champion is... Ling Chen!"

Elder Xue’s voice echoed through the space.

Then, Elder Xue announced the names of the other people.

After that, he gave each of the ten individuals a storage ring.

This was the reward for the top ten.

Although they had received rewards, none of the nine were very happy.

Having a newcomer win first place was indeed a disgrace!

"Ling Chen, come find me early tomorrow morning; I’ll take you to the sect’s treasure vault."

Elder Xue said with a smile.

The champion also had a chance to enter the sect’s treasure vault and select a treasure.

"Yes, thank you, Elder Xue."

Ling Chen clasped his fists in a salute.

"No need for thanks; this is what you deserve!"

Elder Xue’s face showed satisfaction as he patted Ling Chen on the shoulder.

And then, everyone began to disperse.

Just as he returned to his residence, Elder Xue heard a voice from behind.

"Young Sect Master!"

Elder Xue quickly paid his respects to Ye Fentian.

Ye Fentian nodded and said, "Elder Xue, tomorrow when Ling Chen enters the sect’s treasure vault, the area he’ll select from will be at location number nine."

Saying this, Ye Fentian handed over a Jade Scroll.

Elder Xue infused it with Spiritual Power, and instantly a light screen appeared.

Looking at the area displayed on the screen, Elder Xue was taken aback.

Most of the items in this area were treasures used by Divine Thought Masters.

For a Spiritual Power Practitioner, they were basically of no use.

"Young Sect Master, could there be a mistake? This Ling Chen, he is not a Divine Thought Master, and moreover, he possesses the Golden Palace, having defeated a sixth-level Palace Mansion Realm with a third-level Palace Mansion Realm!"

Elder Xue inquired.

Ling Chen was exceptionally recruited.

Now he had shown terrifying strength and deserved better treatment.

Why was the reward not even as good as previous first place winners?

"Elder Xue, just do as you’re told."

Ye Fentian said coldly.

Then, he left directly without any further explanation.

Watching Ye Fentian leave, Elder Xue’s eyes reflected bewilderment.

"Could the Young Sect Master be envious of Ling Chen’s talent?"

"If envious, why would he personally bring Ling Chen into the sect?"

Elder Xue shook his head.

At the moment, he couldn’t fathom the intentions of the sect.

...

The following day.

Ling Chen arrived at Elder Xue’s residence.

"Elder Xue!"

Ling Chen greeted with respect.

Elder Xue looked at Ling Chen and said, "Let’s go; I’ll take you into the sect’s treasure vault!"

Before long, the two arrived in front of a grand hall.

Elder Xue used the Jade Scroll to verify their identities, and then they entered the hall.

They then went into the number nine treasure vault.

"You may choose any of these treasures."

Elder Xue said with a smile.

His smile, however, seemed somewhat forced.

He felt indignant about the unfair treatment Ling Chen had received.

"Thank you, Elder Xue!"

Ling Chen, on the other hand, was quite excited.

His eyes shone as he looked at each treasure before him.